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Article published the June 26, 2025
Dr.S.Sridhar M.V.Sc.,(Animal Nutrition) / Product Manager, OPTIMA POULTRY PVT.LTD)In poultry production, skin color is a vital quality parameter in many markets (e.g., Asia, Latin America), where yellow-skinned broilers are preferred. This yellow-orange pigmentation is primarily influenced by xanthophylls, a group of naturally occurring pigments in the carotenoid family.🌿 What Are Xanthoph ...
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Article published the June 10, 2025
Corn remains the primary energy source in poultry diets. However, not all corn delivers equal nutritional value. Poor grain quality can significantly reduce its Metabolizable Energy (ME) for poultry, affecting both bird performance and production cost.Energy Loss Equation in Poultry Due to Poor-Quality CornBarbarino and Rostagno (2001) developed an equation to estimate the Metabolizable Energy Los ...
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Video published on January 10, 2025
Dr. S. Sridhar, Product Manager at Optima Poultry Private Limited, leads the way in introducing advanced organic trace minerals to India’s poultry market. Offering a unique combination of organic and inorganic trace minerals, Optima’s products enhance bioavailability and improve gut absorption, promoting better poultry health and growth.
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Article published the January 10, 2025
"Trace minerals are nutritional elements added to production and companion animal diets in tiny quantities. They are essential for structural, physiological, catalytic, and regulatory functions in animals, making their inclusion in diets crucial for various reasons. Natural diets may not provide sufficient amounts of specific minerals to meet animal needs, the minerals in the feed may not be in a ...
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Article published the December 16, 2024
INTRODUCTION:The gastrointestinal tract, often referred to as "the gut," is a complex system consisting of several components, including the epithelium, the immune arm, and the commensal bacteria. This intricate structure plays a crucial role in the overall health and well-being of animals. Understanding the defense mechanisms of the gut is vital for maintaining optimal gastrointestinal function a ...
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Article published the December 6, 2024
Impact of Trace Mineral Status on Biological Function:The nutritional status of animals is an indicator of their productivity and reproductive capabilities. In tropical countries like India, mineral imbalances or deficiencies are prevalent. (Mc Dowell et al., 1993) . Livestock in India typically rely on grazing and receive minimal or no mineral supplementation, apart from common salt. (Garg et al. ...
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Article published the December 5, 2024
Marked deficiencies are unlikely to occur in modern commercial production systems; however, marginal deficiencies could arise under certain conditions such as poor feed formulation or low feed intake. The occurrence and severity of mineral deficiencies are influenced by the duration of time that deficient diets are fed, prior mineral status, and the physiological state of the animals (Hill,2000).W ...
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Article published the November 25, 2024
IntroductionCorn processing plays a pivotal role in the bioethanol industry, utilizing both wet and dry methods to extract valuable components from corn. Understanding the strengths and weaknesses of each approach is essential for producers aiming to optimize efficiency and product quality, particularly in the production of Distillers Dried Grains with Solubles (DDGS). In this article, we explore ...
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Article published the November 25, 2024
In feed formulation, Six Sigma methodology helps achieve high-quality standards by minimizing variability. Applying it to ingredients like maize and soybean meal allows us to control nutrient content precisely, ensuring consistency in feed quality. A bell curve (normal distribution) visually represents the variability in a nutrient (like crude protein, CP) and helps identify a target range that ca ...
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Article published the November 12, 2024
1️ Oxidation Meaning and ClassificationDefinition: Oxidation in feed or within the body involves the loss of electrons by a molecule, atom, or ion. This process is often accelerated by the presence of free radicals or reactive oxygen species (ROS), which are highly reactive molecules formed during normal metabolic activities.Types of Oxidation:In-Feed Oxidation: Occurs in stored feed ingred ...
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